Realm of the Alligator
Synopsis
Eerie, forbidding, and darkly beautiful - Okefenokee is ruled by a relative of the dinosaur: the fearsome alligator. Day and night the alligator glides silently through its steamy realm, stony eyes just above the waterline, mouth held in a seemingly perpetual smile.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
April 28, 1986
Physical Home Media
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John Paling
- Screenplay & Story
- Nicolas Noxon
- Original Title
- Realm of the Alligator
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 54m
- Production Studios
- National Geographic
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Paling
Nicolas Noxon
Department Leadership Roster
Nicolas Noxon
Writer
John Paling
Director
Age Classification & Content Advisories
Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.
PG: Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
International Certification Matrix
Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Realm of the Alligator
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What is Realm of the Alligator about?
Eerie, forbidding, and darkly beautiful - Okefenokee is ruled by a relative of the dinosaur: the fearsome alligator. Day and night the alligator glides silently through its steamy realm, stony eyes just above the waterline, mouth held in a seemingly perpetual smile.
Who directed Realm of the Alligator?
Realm of the Alligator was directed by John Paling.
Who stars in Realm of the Alligator?
The principal cast of Realm of the Alligator includes Pernell Roberts.
When was Realm of the Alligator released and how long is it?
Realm of the Alligator was released in 1986 with a total runtime of 54m.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Realm of the Alligator?
Realm of the Alligator holds official age classifications: US: PG (Parental Guidance Suggested — May contain mild violence or suggestive material.).